Hooray we will be on our way to China this time next week. Let the countdown began. We are all excited, me, my wife who cannot sleep now, my in-laws (father in-law cannot sleep as well), and our friends. In fact we are now chatting with many friends on QQ (China instant messaging) every night and we have too many friends who want to meet us at the airport. I am so glad this trip we will spend 4 days in Beijing before heading to Nanjing because when we arrive it is full celebration and it will give me time to get over the jetlag. The Chinese love to celebrate holidays, friends, family, business, or any reason to have a great time which is 1 of many things I enjoy about China. It seems to me everyone always has a smile and willing to have a Chinese banquet style meal which includes lots of drinking. I believe food and drinks are a great social ice-breaker. It is funny to observe at the beginning of our meals everyone is very shy and quiet but after the drinks start it is a great time and everyone gets loose with alcohol. I hope to capture some of these experiences like Chinese Banquet meal, nighttime BBQ, KTV, or any event with everyday Chinese people. We have many family and friends from all walks of life in China. Travel Smart and Travel Safe.